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17th November 2017
Tim Abbott contends that, with favourable legislation and the requisite infrastructure, South Africa's burgeoning electric-vehicle market will thrive There is no doubt that the long-term future of automotive mobility includes electric vehicles (EVs). In 2016, nearly 774 000 EVs and plug-in hybrid... →

By: Irma Venter12th October 2017
There could be roughly ten battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on sale in the South African market by 2020, estimates Audi South Africa (SA) head Trevor Hill. There are currently two: The Nissan Leaf and the BMW i3. →

By: Anine Kilian26th July 2017
BMW Group’s new battery-electric Mini, a variant of the brand's core three-door model, will go into production in 2019. The fully electric car will increase the choice of Mini powertrains to include petrol and diesel internal combustion engines, a plug-in hybrid and a battery electric vehicle. →

By: Irma Venter7th July 2017
Two years after its market launch in South Africa, the BMW i-brand has established itself as the best selling electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in-hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) in the country. Since the i-brand’s market introduction in March 2015, a total of 419 BMW i models have been delivered to... →

By: Irma Venter8th June 2017
Two years after its market launch in South Africa, the BMW i-brand has established itself as the best selling electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in-hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) in the country. Since the i-brand’s market introduction in March 2015, a total of 419 BMW i models have been delivered to... →

By: Irma Venter16th October 2015
BMW Group South Africa (SA) has rolled out the first phase of public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The alternating current (ac) charger, which is located in the heart of Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, features two parking bays... →

By: Martin Creamer25th September 2015
The attack on diesel vehicles and the Volkswagen emissions debacle are putting a favourable new spotlight on the zero-emission value of fuel cell electric vehicles that use considerable volumes of platinum.
This year has seen several global car manufacturers steadfastly advancing the... →

By: Irma Venter18th September 2015
BMW Group South Africa (SA) has rolled out the first phase of public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The alternating current (ac) charger, which is located in the heart of Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, features two parking bays... →

By: Irma Venter12th June 2015
BMW Group South Africa (BMW SA) and Nissan South Africa (NSA) has signed a memorandum of agreement that will see the two vehicle manufacturers jointly plan and build a national grid of electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) vehicle charging stations for use by both Nissan and BMW... →

By: Irma Venter25th May 2015
BMW Group South Africa (BMW SA) and Nissan South Africa (NSA) on Monday signed a memorandum of agreement that would see the two vehicle manufacturers jointly plan and build a national grid of electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) vehicle charging stations for use by both Nissan... →

By: Irma Venter20th March 2015
A second full electric vehicle has entered the South African market, following the local debut of the Nissan Leaf in 2013. The BMW i3 BEV sells for R525 000, while the derivative with a range extender, the i3 REx, sells for R595 000. →

By: Irma Venter6th March 2015
A second full electric vehicle has entered the South African market, following the local debut of the Nissan Leaf in 2013. The BMW i3 BEV sells for R525 000, while the derivative with a range extender, the i3 REx, sells for R595 000. →

By: Irma Venter27th February 2015
More than a century following the invention of the automobile, the horseless carriage continues to evolve. Following an array of developments over the years, such as power steering, run-flat tyres, turbo engines, windscreen wipers, air conditioning, radio and music systems, the car is ready to... →

By: Irma Venter27th February 2015
More than a century following the invention of the automobile, the horseless carriage continues to evolve. Following an array of developments over the years, such as power steering, run-flat tyres, turbo engines, windscreen wipers, air-conditioning, radio and music systems, the car is ready to... →

By: Irma Venter6th February 2015
Four dealerships in South Africa will sell the BMW i3 electric city car and the i8 hybrid sports car when these vehicles go on sale in the domestic market in March. BMW Group South Africa (SA) says these dealerships will be Club Motors Fountains, in Pretoria; Sandton Auto, in Johannesburg; SMG,... →

By: Irma Venter12th January 2015
Four dealerships in South Africa will sell the BMW i3 electric city car and the i8 hybrid sports car when these vehicles go on sale in the domestic market in March. BMW Group South Africa (SA) said on Monday that these dealerships would be Club Motors Fountains, in Pretoria; Sandton Auto, in... →

27th August 2014
Kempton Park. BMW South Africa today announced a far-reaching partnership with Schneider Electric, in order to forge ahead with its strategy for customer-friendly electric mobility. The partnership agreement includes checking the electrical installation in customers’ homes, supplying and... →

By: Irma Venter25th April 2014
BMW South Africa has postponed the introduction of the i3 city car and i8 supercar to March 2015, says spokesperson Edward Makwana. The i3 is an electric vehicle, and the i8 a plug-in hybrid. Both models were scheduled for local introduction this year. →

By: Irma Venter1st April 2014
BMW South Africa has postponed the introduction of the i3 city car and i8 supercar to March 2015, says spokesperson Edward Makwana. The i3 is an electric vehicle, and the i8 a plug-in hybrid. Both models were scheduled for local introduction this year. →

By: Irma Venter1st November 2013
BMW South Africa (SA) remained 100% committed to production in South Africa, says MD Bodo Donauer. He confirms that the local arm of the German manufacturer missed out on an opportunity to possibly produce a second model at its Rosslyn plant, in Pretoria, owing to the recent labour turmoil in the... →

By: Irma Venter17th October 2013
BMW South Africa (SA) remained 100% committed to production in South Africa, said MD Bodo Donauer on Tuesday. Speaking at the Johannesburg International Motorshow, he confirmed that the local arm of the German manufacturer had missed out on an opportunity to possibly produce a second model at its... →

By: Irma Venter19th April 2013
BMW will launch its alternative drive i3 and i8 models in South Africa next year, the German manufacturer has confirmed. This will follow on from the i3’s international unveiling this year, with the i8 to follow next year. →

By: Irma Venter12th March 2013
BMW will launch its alternative drive i3 and i8 models in South Africa next year, the German manufacturer has confirmed.
This will follow on from the i3’s international unveiling this year, with the i8 to follow next year.
The i3 – previously known as the Megacity Vehicle – will be BMW’s first... →

By: Irma Venter28th May 2012
The May launch of the ActiveHybrid 5 provides just the first glimmer of BMW South Africa’s (SA’s) green ambitions, it seems.
Group automotive communications manager Edward Makwana says the luxury car maker’s first hybrid model will be followed by the launch of the 7 Series hybrid, in September,... →